Medicare Annual Wellness Visit

What is Annual Wellness Visit

Beginning January 1, 2011, Medicare covers an Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) in addition to the one-time “Welcome to Medicare” exam. The “Welcome to Medicare” exam occurs only once during your first twelve months as a Medicare patient. You may receive your Annual Wellness Visit after you have been with Medicare for more than one year, or it has been at least one year since your “Welcome to Medicare” exam.

The Annual Wellness Visit is not the same thing as what many people often refer to as their yearly physical exam. Medicare is very specific about what the “Annual Wellness Visit” includes and excludes. At the Annual Wellness Visit, I will talk to you about your medical history, review your risk factors, and make a personalized prevention plan to keep you healthy. The visit does not include a hands-on exam.

Benefits

A free (no deductible, no co-insurance) visit is just one of several important reasons to schedule your annual wellness exam. Wellness visit help you fight illnesses and live longer, it can help you take control of your health and healthcare. This is your chance to address concerns you have that may not be detected through a physical exam or review of your health history, like a mental health struggle.

How Can I Help

It has never been more important to improve your health. AWVs can now be done via Telehealth, so no physical visit is necessary. Please email Dr. Koyfman to schedule your appointment.